Freshworks Lead Security Engineer Salaries by 6 Employees (Updated 2025)

6 - 15 years exp.

₹22 Lakhs - ₹24 Lakhs

Salary of majority employees

82% more than the average Lead Security Engineer Salary in Software Product Companies for 6 - 15 years of experience

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Last Updated: 12 Feb 2025

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HCLTech Lead Security Engineer Salary 4 - 13 years exp. (3 salaries)	₹7.2 L/yr - ₹16 L/yr 48% less
Wipro Lead Security Engineer Salary 8 - 10 years exp. (7 salaries)	₹20 L/yr - ₹23 L/yr 5% less
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Cvent Lead Security Engineer Salary 9 - 11 years exp. (3 salaries)	₹20.3 L/yr - ₹40 L/yr 36% more
Cognizant Lead Security Engineer Salary 2 - 9 years exp. (142 salaries)	₹6 L/yr - ₹14.5 L/yr 59% less
5Sec Cyberpwn Technologies Lead Security Engineer Salary 3 - 6 years exp. (6 salaries)	₹9 L/yr - ₹17 L/yr 42% less

Lead Security Engineer salary at Freshworks ranges between ₹22 Lakhs to ₹24 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 6 years to 15 years. Salary estimates are based on 6 latest salaries received from various employees of Freshworks.

Experience wise Freshworks Lead Security Engineer salaries

Last Updated: 12 Feb 2025

Experience	Avg Annual Salary
6 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹22 L/yr - ₹22 L/yr
7 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹19.8 L/yr - ₹25.3 L/yr
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8 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹20 L/yr - ₹25.6 L/yr
9 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹9 L/yr - ₹23 L/yr
10 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹22 L/yr - ₹40.7 L/yr
11 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹20.5 L/yr - ₹26.2 L/yr
12 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹20.7 L/yr - ₹26.4 L/yr
13 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹22 L/yr - ₹41.7 L/yr
14 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹9.3 L/yr - ₹24 L/yr
15+ years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹9.4 L/yr - ₹24 L/yr

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Top skills at Freshworks for Lead Security Engineer

Ruby Java Software Development Python Devops Programming Coding Security Testing Web Technologies SAAS Iaas Application Security PAAS Scripting SAML

Salary related reviews for Freshworks

4.0

Rated by 1 employees for salary & benefits

Senior Software Engineer in Chennai

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

4.0

• posted on 12 May 2023

4.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Its a great product based company. You can get exposure to lot kf different tech stacks and you'll feel responsible for the tasks that ur working on. Great learning experience.

Salary - Good

+4 more

Dislikes

...u have a good bonding with your manager and how willing is he to fight for it. Salary is somewhat low compared to market standards.

Senior Software Engineer in Chennai

Contractual

Engineering - Software & QA Department

4.0

• posted on 03 Jan 2025

5.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Wide varities of Free Food - Morning, Noon, Dinner and Midnight Free Snacks and Beverages - All Days, Every Alternate Friday - Popcorn with seasoning Diwali Gifts, Quarterly Rewards Instant appreciation and Respectful management Cab facility for EU and US Shifts Beautiful atmosphere No Strict Dress Code Good salary Package Lot of new learning for employees of Product Team Perfect Work Life Balance for Sales, Presales, Marketing, CSM, AE, AM, PMP They Provide Absolutely Free of Cost 2 years Internship program for Software Engineer training for students passed out of 12th standard. Employees are contracted from other companies for GTM roles and treated well without partiality as their own employees Quarterly - All hands meeting and Monthly - Project specific all hands meeting Open to improvement IT support team is Par Excellence

Salary - Excellent

+4 more

Dislikes

No Job Security Minimal/Less Work Life Balance for Dev and Product Team. Freshers and Upto 2 years experience are overpressured to complete deliverables Recruitment only based on Referrals Exposure to peer department would be minimal

Job security - Poor

Lead Business Analyst in Chennai

Full Time

Sales & Business Development Department

3.0

• posted on 08 Dec 2024

4.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

People in freshworks is the reason most people stay back for other than the salary aspect.

Salary - Good

+2 more

Dislikes

The Freshworks "Kudumba" culture is slowly being demised to make way for American capitalism & usual MNC politics. Some of the people on the top have no clue of the reality & just want to keep firing in India & hiring in US in the name of efficiency.

Job security - Bad

Manager in Bangalore / Bengaluru

Full Time

Consulting Department

1.0

• posted on 08 Nov 2024

2.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

None

Dislikes

...s something that you are looking for, please do not consider joining Freshworks. Hiring happens only in the US these days with 4 people getting hired for same/similar roles at very high salary and they don’t even get laid off.

Salary - Poor

+6 more

Senior Software Development Test Engineer in Chennai

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

3.0

• posted on 10 Oct 2024

3.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Good product company to start with of you are from service background Good food Good compensation

Skill development - Good

Dislikes

Politics - Not every manager does it, But few long timeRs, just because of their tenure in frshworks takes advantage Does not value your family life Your great work will always be considered as nothing Peer comparison

Promotions - Poor

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Hi , I hope you're doing well! I am fresher , and I am a 2024 BE(CSE) graduate currently looking for an entry-level position. I am skilled in Python, SQL, web technologies, and Django, and I’m eager to apply my knowledge in a professional setting. As a fresher, I am open to any role that will help me grow and learn. If you know of any job openings or can provide any referrals or guidance, I would greatly appreciate it. Thank you for your time . TCS Cognizant Kumaran Systems Zoho Infinite Computer Solutions AccentureVirtusa Consulting Services Oracle IBM Mphasis LTIMindtree Capgemini AVASOFT Genpact Maveric Systems Wipro HCLTech Hexaware Technologies Tech Mahindra StartupLanes Freshworks UST Intel Ramco Systems JPMorgan Chase & Co. #fresher#it#developer#hr

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Freshworks Lead Security Engineer Salary FAQs

What is the salary of Lead Security Engineer at Freshworks ?

The average salary of a Lead Security Engineer at Freshworks in India typically ranges from ₹22.0 Lakhs to ₹24.0 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from 6 years to 15 years).

The top 10% of Lead Security Engineer at Freshworks earn more than ₹24.0 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹24.0 Lakhs per year. Lead Security Engineer Salaries at Freshworks can be higher or lower depending on factors such as the specific team, level of experience, and additional benefits like bonuses and stock options.

These estimates are based on salary data submitted by 6 Freshworks employees in India.

What is the estimated take home salary of a Lead Security Engineer at Freshworks in India?

The estimated take-home salary of a Lead Security Engineer at Freshworks in India typically ranges from ₹1,46,263 to ₹1,51,740 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹22.0 Lakhs to ₹24.0 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from 6 years to 15 years.The take-home salary is calculated after accounting for standard deductions such as taxes, provident fund (PF), and insurance. Salary estimates are based on 6 salaries received from various employees of Freshworks. Check how we calculate in-hand salary with our in-hand salary calculator.

What are the key skills required to be a Lead Security Engineer at Freshworks ?

To be a Lead Security Engineer at Freshworks in india, the key skills required include:

- Ruby
- Java
- Software Development
- Python
- Devops

These skills are highly valued at Freshworks and are crucial for successful performance in a Software Engineering role.

Which companies offer higher salaries than Freshworks for Lead Security Engineer in India?

Cvent

₹20.3 Lakhs to ₹40.0 Lakhs per year

These companies are known for offering competitive compensation packages that can exceed the salary offered by Freshworks, depending on the role and experience level.

What is the salary of a Lead Security Engineer in companies similar to Freshworks in India?

The salary of a Lead Security Engineer at companies similar to Freshworks in India varies, depending on the role, experience, and company size. Here are the typical salary ranges:

Wipro	₹20.0 Lakhs to ₹23.0 Lakhs per year
5Sec Cyberpwn Technologies	₹9.0 Lakhs to ₹17.0 Lakhs per year
HCLTech	₹7.2 Lakhs to ₹16.0 Lakhs per year
Cognizant	₹6.0 Lakhs to ₹14.5 Lakhs per year

These companies, which operate in similar sectors, offer competitive salaries, although the range can vary based on the company and individual experience levels.

How the salary growth look like for a Lead Security Engineer at Freshworks in India?

The salary growth for a Lead Security Engineer at Freshworks depends on factors such as experience, performance, and promotions. On average, a Lead Security Engineer can expect the following growth trajectory at Freshworks:

Experience	Average Salary Range
6 years	₹22.0 Lakhs to ₹22.0 Lakhs per year
7 years	₹19.8 Lakhs to ₹25.3 Lakhs per year
8 years	₹20.0 Lakhs to ₹25.6 Lakhs per year
9 years	₹9.0 Lakhs to ₹23.0 Lakhs per year

and so on.

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Freshworks Lead Security Engineer salary in India ranges between ₹22 Lakhs to ₹24 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹. Salary estimates are based on 6 Freshworks latest salaries received from various employees of Freshworks.